How to Choose a Design-Build Company

July 18, 2020

In this video, Peter Feinmann discusses why design-build is essential and what to look for when choosing a company to design and remodel your home.

Key Takeaways

Today design-build has become a standard in the industry, so people need to understand the distinctions between design-build companies and build-design companies.

A build-design company is a builder who will do enough design to finish a project. In comparison, a design-build firm understands that the design stage is an essential part of the process that requires maximum attention to meet the client’s needs and exceed expectations.

When looking in the marketplace for design-build services, try to distinguish if companies excel in design, build, or both. If you like a company that is stronger in building, determine whether they have a dedicated design team, or hire a designer on a project basis.

At Feinmann, we have a robust design component that consists of architectural designers, interior designers, kitchen and bath planners, and selection experts to ensure we can deliver a home you love for the way you live.

Please tell Chris Gonzalez that both Nick and I are very grateful for his thoughtful guidance during our two renovations with your company. He was a very very good teacher, patient and kind and obviously skilled. Please let him know how much we continue to appreciate what he taught us.

- Bebe Nixon

We had an excellent experience with everyone at Feinmann. Our project manager was responsive and kept communication clear throughout. The head carpenter was a pleasure to work with, and our designer/architect brought great talent and vision to the project. We highly recommend hiring them without hesitation.

- Royal Revival Project

We loved having entire Feinmann team in our home and appreciated them treating it like it was their own. The work they did is all over-the-top gorgeous. They coached us to select products and finishes that will last a lifetime (and through our toddler), and the craftsmanship with which it was all executed certainly will hold up to time. I admire daily the integration of existing and new, and regret only that in time I’ll likely forget which is which. Feinmann is masterful at what they do. I really can’t say enough nice things about them, and their work.

- Cambridge, MA